Wind Mitigation Inspections

Tampa FL 

 Simply put, a wind mitigation inspection, also called a windstorm mitigation inspection is where a certified inspector looks over a property for specific weather withstanding features. These features can be anything from door/window coverings to the way your roof is attached to your home and how your roof is sealed to prevent water from entering. Though a wind mitigation inspection is not required to get Florida homeowners insurance, it can result in substantial savings.

 A wind mitigation inspection is the only inspection that can significantly reduce the cost of your insurance policy. That’s because this inspection can affirm whether your home has features that drastically decrease the severity of property loss from hurricane wind. As always, the safer and stronger your home is, the lower your premiums may be.

 All the windstorm-withstanding features the inspector looks for may seem like minor details, but they make a world of difference when a windstorm or hurricane strikes. The appropriate wind mitigation features can be the difference between your home weathering the storm and a total rebuild.

 That’s why Properties Analytics highly recommend investing in wind mitigation features and getting a windstorm mitigation inspection. 

How much can you save depends on where you reside and what features your home has. Along the coast, savings can range from a few hundred to well over $1,000. Wind mitigation savings are most substantial in Florida where the state requires insurers to offer these discounts. 

Keep in mind that the average cost for a wind mitigation inspection is about $100-$150. Though that may seem like an investment, the inspections are typically valid for five years and can result in substantial discounts to your yearly premium.